Being a budget traveller, my preferred source of entertainment is always free! 😊However, I do not hesitate to pay a small fee for activities either. I have found the best things to do in Modica for €5 or less should you be looking for ideas. The Chocolate Museum €3 Modica has a very special history …
Get Lost with Me in the Streets of Salerno
One of my absolute favourite things to do in any city I feel safe in, is to explore with abandon. There is nothing quite like stumbling around and never knowing what you are going to see around the next corner! Come get lost with me in the streets of Salerno, more specifically in the old …
Best Doors & Windows in Salerno
Every city I visit, I always end up with an enormous number of photographs of beautiful old doors. There is just something so special about the entry into a dwelling. I think it lies in the mystery behind it. Here are pictures of the best doors & windows in Salerno that I discovered in my …
Beautiful Centro Storico in Salerno
One of my favourite areas in any city is the oldest part. Here I find the most character, charm and of course history. The beautiful Centro Storico in Salerno is such a place, with ancient cobblestone streets and medieval buildings galore. Getting There It is not difficult to find this area of the city. At …
The Incredible Street Art of the Muri D’autore
Within the beautiful historical district of Salerno is a riot of tiny alleys and streets. This once run down area of the city has been revitalized with art. The incredible street art of the Muri D’autore is quite literally everywhere in this singular neighbourhood. Muri D’autore What began as a tribute to the poet Alfonso …
Surprising Differences in Beach Vibes
I have spent the last few weeks on the Bulgarian Riviera, and have noticed many differences between beach goers here and those from my home in Canada. Having visited many, many beach towns and resorts all over the world, here are my observations on the surprising differences in beach vibes – Europe vs the West. …
Exploring Kapana District ‘The Trap’
Walking down the main pedestrian strip of ‘Glavnata’ in Plovdiv is a must for any visitor to the city. Veer off to one side of this street at the mosque, and you may just find yourself exploring Kapana District ‘The Trap’ as it is known. In this area, were for centuries, the tailors, crafts people, …
Let’s Look at the Graffiti in Plovdiv
My admiration of street art has been blossoming here in Bulgaria. There is an area called the Kapana District that is full of street art and murals. Just about every little street I wander down, I see unique paintings. But there is also a lot of graff. Let’s look at the graffiti in Plovdiv. Tags …
Rome – a Perfect Destination for Me
I’m back in Rome!! I am so happy to be here. I last visited this city in 2018 and fell deeply in love. The city encompasses everything I look for. Exquisite food, beautiful art, history, culture and architecture. Along with these 5 things is usually great weather! Rome – a perfect destination for me. First …
Stunning Valletta, The Capital City of Malta
What an amazing city. So much history, beauty, culture, food, architecture and ambience. Stunning Valletta, the capital city of Malta, seems to have it all. I’ll show you some photographs so you can see what you will be embraced with when you arrive. Within the old city walls, Valletta is actually really easy to navigate. …
Amazing Sculptures on the Malecon
One of my favourite things about Puerto Vallarta is the Malecon boardwalk. This beautiful walkway stretches from the Hotel Rosita to just past the Pier at Playa Los Muertos. Starting at the hotel, are a number of amazing sculptures on the Malecon that perfectly showcase the talent in this vibrant city. The Malecon in Puerto …